Serving 173 students in grades 9-12, Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jacqueline M. Walsh School's student population of 173 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacqueline M. Walsh School's ranking?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is ranked #89 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Jacqueline M. Walsh School often compared to?
Jacqueline M. Walsh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William E. Tolman High School, Charles E. Shea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
The graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
173 students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jacqueline M. Walsh School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jacqueline M. Walsh School offer ?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacqueline M. Walsh School part of?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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